treat
/tɹiːt/ noun B1- An entertainment, outing, food, drink, or other indulgence provided by someone for the enjoyment of others. · I took the kids to the zoo for a treat.
- An unexpected gift, event etc., which provides great pleasure. · It was such a treat to see her back in action on the London stage.
- A snack food. · These coconut and marshmallow treats are easy to make.· Here are some healthy Halloween treats for ghouls and witches of all ages.
- A snack food item designed to be given to pets. · I lured the cat into her carrier by throwing a couple of treats in there.
Plural treats
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“And did your superior order you to treat me in this way?”
The waiting was tiresome and wearing, and at last they grew vexed that Oz should treat them in so poor a fashion, after sending them to undergo hardships and slavery.
If you will help us to save him I promise that he shall treat you all with kindness.”
I really think that you might treat us with more frankness.”
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